BP SX 150

150-Watt Multicrystalline
Photovoltaic Module

BP Solars SX series provides reliable photovoltaic power operating DC

loads directly or, in an inverter-equipped system, AC loads. With 72 cells in
series, it charges 24V batteries (or multiples of 24V) efficiently in virtually
any climate. With 150 watts of nominal maximum power, the SX 150 is used
in utility-grid supplemental systems for residences, commercial buildings,
and centralized power generation and in remote systems for applications
including telecommunications, pumping and irrigation, remote villages
and homes, and land-based aids to navigation.
Available versions include:
SX 150S Framed module with polarized cable connectors
SX 150L Unframed laminate version of the SX 150S
SX 150U Framed module with a high-capacity junction box

Proven Materials
and Construction
BP Solars quarter-century of field
experience shows in every aspect
of this modules construction and
materials:
72 multicrystalline silicon solar
cells in series;
Cells are laminated between
sheets of ethylene vinyl acetate
(EVA) and high-transmissivity
low-iron 3mm tempered glass;
Frame strength exceeds requirements of certifying agencies.

DC Connectors
Output Options
The SX 150 is offered with connectorequipped cables or a junction box.
SX 150S and SX 150L output is via
heavy-duty AWG #12 (3.3mm2)
output cables with polarized weatherproof DC-rated connectors which
provide reliable low-resistance
connections, eliminate wiring errors,
and speed installation. These
asymmetrical RHW cables enable
side-by-side or end-to-end module
placement in arrays.

2002 BP Solar Global Marketing

Clear Anodized
Universal Frame
SX 150U output is via a raintight
(IP54 rated) junction box which
accepts PG13.5 or 1/2" nominal
conduit or cable fittings. Its volume
(411cc, 25 cubic inches) and 6terminal connection block enable
series or parallel array connections to
be made right in the junction box.
Options include:
oversize terminal block which
accepts conductors up to 25mm2
(AWG #4); standard terminals
accept up to 6mm2 (AWG #10);
Solarstate charge regulator.

Limited Warranties
Power output for 25 years;
Freedom from defects in materials
and workmanship for 2 years.
See our website or your local
representative for full terms of
these warranties.

BP SX 150S
TV

01-4014-1A 5/02

Quality and Safety

All SX 150 products are manufactured in BP Solars
ISO 9001-certified factories and conform to European
Community Directives 89/33/EEC, 73/23/EEC, and
93/68/EEC. The SX 150S and 150U are:
Listed by Underwriters Laboratories for electrical and
fire safety (Class C fire rating);
Certified by TV Rheinland as Class II equipment;
Approved by Factory Mutual Research for applications in
NEC Class 1, Division 2, Groups C & D hazardous locations;
Certified as complying with the requirements of IEC
61215, including:
repetitive cycling between -40C and 85C at 85%
relative humidity;

simulated impact of 25mm (one-inch) hail at terminal

velocity;
a damp heat test, consisting of 1000 hours of
exposure to 85C and 85% relative humidity;
a hot-spot test, which determines a modules ability
to tolerate localized shadowing (which can cause
reverse-biased operation and localized heating);
static loading, front and back, of 2400 pascals (50 psf);
front loading (e.g. snow) of 5400 pascals (113 psf).
The SX 150L is recognized by Underwriters Laboratories for
electrical and fire safety.

Electrical Characteristics1
2

SX 150

SX 140

Maximum power (Pmax)3

Voltage at Pmax (Vmp)

150W

140W

34.5V

34.0V

Current at Pmax (Imp)

Warranted minimum Pmax

4.35A

4.11A

140W

130W

4.75A

4.5A

43.5V

42.8V

Short-circuit current (Isc)

Open-circuit voltage (Voc)
Temperature coefficient of Isc

(0.0650.015)%/C

Temperature coefficient of voltage

-(16020)mV/C

Temperature coefficient of power

-(0.50.05)%/ C

NOCT

472C

Maximum series fuse rating

Maximum system voltage

20A (U version)
15A (S, L versions)
600V (U.S. NEC rating)
1000V4 (TV Rheinland rating)

BP SX 150 I-V Curves

Notes
6.0

1. These data represent the performance of typical SX 150 and

SX 140 modules and laminates as measured at their output
connectors. The data are based on measurements made in
accordance with ASTM E1036 corrected to SRC (Standard
Reporting Conditions, also known as STC or Standard Test
Conditions), which are:
illumination of 1 kW/m2 (1 sun) at spectral distribution of
AM 1.5 (ASTM E892 global spectral irradiance);
cell temperature of 25C.

3. During the stabilization process which occurs during the first

few months of deployment, module power may decrease
approximately 3% from typical Pmax.
4. S and U versions only.
5. The cells in an illuminated module operate hotter than the
ambient temperature. NOCT (Nominal Operating Cell
Temperature) is an indicator of this temperature differential, and
is the cell temperature under Standard Operating Conditions:
ambient temperature of 20C, solar irradiation of 0.8 kW/m2,
and wind speed of 1m/s.

4.0

Current (A)

2. The power of solar cells varies in the normal course of

production; the SX 140 is assembled using cells of slightly
lower power than the SX 150.

5.0

T=0C
T=25C
T=50C
T=75C

3.0

2.0

1.0

0.0
0

10

15

20

25

30

Voltage (V)

35

40

45

50

790 [31.1]

Mechanical Characteristics
Weight
SX 150S, 150U
SX 150L

FRONT VIEW

15.4 kg (34 pounds)

12.4 kg (27.3 pounds)

Dimensions
SX 150S, 150U: See drawings
SX 150L: 1580 [62.2] x 783 [30.8] x 19 [0.75]
Dimensions in brackets are in inches.
Unbracketed dimensions are in millimeters
Overall tolerances 3mm (1/8")

1593 [62.7]
INCLUDES
SCREW HEAD
PROJECTIONS
A

GROUND
HOLE
2 PLACES

950 [37.4]
2 PLACES

BACK VIEW
1250mm
CABLE
12.7 [0.50] X
9.5 [0.37]
MTG. SLOTS
8 PLACES

(-)

800mm
CABLE
(+)
321 [12.7]
INCLUDING
SCREW HEAD
4 PLACES

20 [0.8]
4 PLACES

11.1 [0.44]

754 [29.7]

2.8 [0.11] MAX

SCREW HEAD
PROJECTION
8 PLACES

SX 150S

50 [1.97]
2.4 [0.09]
790 [31.1]

27 [1.06]
SECTION A-A
FRONT VIEW

321 [12.7]
INCLUDING
SCREW HEAD
2 PLACES

BACK VIEW

950 [37.4]
2 PLACES

1594 [62.8]
INCLUDES
SCREW HEAD
PROJECTIONS
A

GROUND
HOLE
2 PLACES

12.7 [0.50] X
9.5 [0.37]
MTG. SLOTS
8 PLACES
JUNCTION BOX
22 [0.9]
2 PLACES*

2.8 [0.11] MAX

SCREW HEAD
PROJECTION
8 PLACES

754 [29.7]

SX 150U

* Dimension on Opposite End is 20 [0.8] 2 Places

323 [12.7]
INCLUDING
SCREW HEAD
2 PLACES

This publication summarizes product warranty and specifications, which are

subject to change without notice and should not be used as the definitive
source of information for final system design. Additional warranty and
technical information may be found on our website www.bpsolar.com
or may be obtained from your local representative.

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